And Ben Chilwell’s signature may be even closer than that to a reporter calling it a fact.
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FOOT CHALLENGE
This is how the off-season compares to the Big Six before a busy Premier League season.
United has the shortest break for Liverpool, Manchester City one more day, while Arsenal has the shortest resting period.
Chelsea and Spurs, by comparison, laugh to the beach bar.
BEN IS ONE OF THE
Here’s how Ben Chilwell adapts to Chelsea… comparing him to his rival sidelines at Stamford Bridge.
Your attendances and proportion of purposes are like anything Frank Lampard has at your disposal lately.
THE STONE MAKES A WALL
Chelsea has been told to take Manchester City defender John Stones to shame, it’s a “success story waiting,” says Paul Merson.
Former Arsenal legend believes Manchester City’s 47.5 million pound mistake for Manchester City may be the best guy for the Blues’ baseline.
He told the Daily Star: “Chelsea come in and get John Stones because there’s a good story waiting for him.
“I said the Stones would do well there. And they deserve to choose it now. He doesn’t have much time in the City.
“Stones is of local origin. He’s an English international. They’ve given him a lot of experience. But he’s still young. It meets many requirements.
“It’s like David Luiz, who was phenomenal for Chelsea when Antonio Conte played with him in the middle of a three.”
CHELSEA ACCESSORIES
Here are Les Bleus’ opening matches and their matchups against the “big six” clubs.
DANGER WARNING
On this day in 2014, Eden Hazard did that in Leicester …
– Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) 23 August 2020
DO WE HAVE AN OFFER?
Chelsea are in a position to complete Kai Havertz’s move, after Bayer Leverkusen indicated that it could reduce its value by 80 million pounds.
The Blues continued the striker for the maximum this year.
But after spending 48 million pounds for RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner, plus 36 million pounds for Ajax game creator Hakim Ziyech, manager Frank Lampard played hardball with the Germans.
Lamps earned millions of pounds to spend on players through owner Roman Abramovich this summer.
But the Chelsea coach knows he wants defensive recruits and a new goalkeeper and wants to cut his clothes accordingly.
HAVE A LITTLE OF THAT.
Chelsea is signing Kai Havertz in the coming days, according to reports.
Frank Lampard has earned a 150 million pound war chest to spend on new players, adding 60 million pounds probably to pass on to Ben Chilwell.
Football.London reports that the Blues will then pay to meet Havertz’s valuation of 90 million pounds in increments with a payment of 60 million pounds followed by another 30 million pounds.
LANGUAGE GAME
Chelsea will call loose agent Malang Sarr, who recently left Nice.
The 21-year-old headquarters left a club after leaving the team in which he rose through the ranks.
Sarr made his debut in 2016 and, according to Sky Sports, Chelsea needs their defensive depth.
Kaveh Solhekol has shown that the West London club is about to reach an agreement for Sarr.
– Kaveh Solhekol (@SkyKaveh) 22 August 2020
IT’S GOT STONES
Chelsea’s goal, John Stones, is in a position to fight for his long career at Manchester City, even if that means putting his euro dream into play.
The plant fell into the Etihad classification and must move this summer.
But england’s foreigner needs to be expelled and insists he can force his return to Pep Guardiola’s plans.
Boss Pep has already brought Nathan Ake from Bournemouth for 40 million pounds, while Kalidou Koulibaly of Naples is also a possible acquisition of 65 million pounds.
And Stones knows that if he stays, he jeopardizes his position in the opening lineup of the Three Lions lineup for next summer’s delayed Euro 2020 final.
Stones is in the last two years of his contract of 130,000 euros consistent with the week and that’s why he’s been waiting for an extension.
The former Everton club, which sold it to City for 47.5 million pounds four years ago, West Ham, Arsenal and Chelsea have shown interest in the 26-year-old.
ED AND SHOULDERS UP
Real Madrid star Eden Hazard scored a solo goal against Leicester City six years ago.
– Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) 23 August 2020
HARRY BINGE
Exclusive through Nick Pisa, Andy Jehring and Clemmie Moodie: Harry Maguire’s night of misfortune followed a three-day perch on Mykonos.
Manchester United captain flew to greek holiday island with his fiancée Fern Hawkins after his departure from the Europa League in Seville.
Along with several friends and siblings, he arrived at bars and clubs in the hotspot, which this summer is the destination of choice for Premier League stars.
But it also caught the attention of rival fans, who threw ill-health insults at him before Thursday night’s fateful fight.
On Tuesday, 27-year-old England’s central defence and others are said to have amassed 63,000 euros in a five-hour session.
The band, along with 26-year-old Chelsea star Ross Barkley, drank a lot of alcohol and laughed at lobster.
HAVE A LITTLE OF THAT.
Chelsea allegedly intensified her moves for Kai Havertz and Thiago Silva after completing ben Chilwell’s signing.
– Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) 22 August 2020
COOKING AGAIN
AC Milan would be sure to hire Tiemoue Bakayoko.
The Rossoneri have been persistently connected to a movement through the Frenchman since his loan to Chelsea expired a year ago.
Calciomercato.com says that the return to Milan has been Bakayoko’s most sensible precedent and that this resolution is most likely after a turning point in the negotiations.
The report adds that this is because Chelsea is now willing to settle for a loan they will offer to buy from the midfielder, and the expected deal is expected to generate between 25 and 30 million pounds for Londoners.
UNDERSTANDING SILVA
Chelsea FC can make a wonderful bet to recruit veteran defenseman Thiago Silva.
The Daily Mail reports that Les Bleus have had talks with the 35-year-old about a loose move imaginable from Paris Saint-Germain.
Chelsea’s biggest rivals in the race for pointing out ac Milan’s former defense effort would be Fiorentina to bring Silva back to Serie A.
OB VAMOS
Atletico Madrid will surely not need to give in to his 108 million pound termination clause for Jan Oblak, but he will have to convince the goalkeeper that his long career is in Madrid, according to AS.
The Spanish newspaper reports that the Slovenian has doubts about Atletico’s plan and is one of many players who know that the club has won a trophy this season.
Atleti has also replaced his movement strategy to prepare for a time when Oblak will no longer be at the club.
Where experienced substitutes such as Miguel Angel Moya and Antonio Adan had signed, the club has now signed Croatian Ivo Grbic, 24.
However, the report adds that the club has earned a smart value for Antoine Griezmann (Barcelona), Lucas Hernandez (Bayern Munich) and Rodri (Man City) and that this is to replace at this time.
I HAVE SOME OF THEM
Ben Chilwell in Chelsea is a done deal, for Italian journalist Nicolo Schira.
Schira added that Chelsea had increased its bid for Kai Havertz to 72 million pounds, to 81 million pounds with add-ons.
However, Bayer Leverkusen is said to stick to its demands of 90 million pounds even though Havertz is pushing for a move.
– Nicolo Schira (@NicoSchira) 22 August 2020
TOMORROW, CHELSEA FANS
Chelsea is about to point to Ben Chilwell, to resources such as The Guardian, The Athletic and Football Insider.
Leicester’s left-back is expected to move between forty-five and 50 million pounds in a massive blow for the leader of the Navy Granovskaia.
A value of 80 million pounds had already been mentioned, but it turns out that Granovskaia has controlled it to reduce it by almost 50 percent.
Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen allegedly gave Chelsea until Friday to raise 90 million pounds for Kai Havertz.
Although the 21-year-old needs to move to west London, Leverkusen sees few explanations why he give up his prize.
Sports director Rudi Voller insists he is “relaxed” on stage and Bild reports that Chelsea have until Friday to seal a transfer.
Meanwhile, Davide Zappacosta is in position for some other loan, the fiorentina seeks to bring him back to Serie A.
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Fiorentina has made a touch in his search for former as Avellino on loan.
They allege that La Viola met with Zappacosta’s agent as they sought to reach an agreement.
And finally, Chelsea would be in talks to signal Malang Sarr, with the central defender a lazy agent after the expiration of his contract in Nice.
Speaking of the signage imaginable, Sky Sports host Kaveh Solhekol tweeted: “Chelsea in talks to point to France’s central defender Under-21 Malang Sarr.
“He’s a lazy agent after the end of his contract in Nice this summer. If Chelsea gives him a signal, they’ll leave him on loan.
MARR-VELLOUS NEWS
Chelsea are reportedly in talks to point to Arsenal Malang Sarr.
The head office is a loose agent after the expiration of his contract in Nice.
Speaking of the signage imaginable, Sky Sports host Kaveh Solhekol tweeted: “Chelsea in talks to point to France’s under-21 central defender Malang Sarr.
“He’s a loose agent after his contract ends in Nice this summer.
“If Chelsea introduces him, they’ll lend it.”
LIGHT OF LOVE
Louis Saha believes his compatriot Olivier Giroud will be concerned about Timo Werner’s signing for Chelsea.
He told the Podcast Football Index: “Olivier Giroud is a very difficult cookie and would probably not worry too much about Timo Werner’s arrival at Chelsea.
“Giroud needs to score and needs to help his peers. He’s a competitor, and wherever he is, he’s going to play.
“Giroud is very motivated and I’m sure next year we’ll hear it again.”
AZ SOME OF THAT
Cesar Azpilicueta that Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech had inspired him since arriving at Chelsea.
He told the Blues website: “Both have shown their quality in recent weeks.
“We’ve noticed their offensive perspective, how they can create opportunities and how they can score goals, so they’re great additions to the team.
“The faster and less difficult they adapt to the Premier League, the better for everyone, so it’s great to have them with the organization for a few weeks at the end of the season.
“They’re already incorporated and they know everyone, so it’s a wonderful time for that and now we’re all ahead of seeing them on the field.”
BLUE MOON
Ashley Cole talked about what Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech will do with Chelsea.
Speaking to ESPN, he said: “Although the newcomers are young, they gained experience in the Champions League, they were stars of their team.
“They can give that leadership out of the box and also in it because we had a lot of leaders when I was a player here.
“They set an example just by talking, but also with their feet, which I think is more important.
“People can talk. It’s easy to talk. But when you deliver quality performance, that’s what makes the difference.”
FINAL COUNTDOWN
This is your chance for your favorite 19/20 season purpose! ?⚽️
– Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) 22 August 2020
IT WON’T BE LOT COAST
Chelsea defender Davide Zappacosta is on loan, and Fiorentina struggles to bring him back to Serie A.
The 28-year-old right-back has flattered Stamford Bridge since arriving from Turin in 2017 for 23 million pounds.
Roma ceded him in the last campaign, but was limited to only nine appearances after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
And the side lag was done through Frank Lampard, who considered it surplus in relation to needs.
Lampard has Reece James and Cesar Azpilicueta with whom he can count, Zappacosta is in his plans.
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Fiorentina has made a touch in his search for former as Avellino on loan.
GREAT AGAIN
Arjen Robben made his return to football with a 30-minute cameo for local club Groningen today.
The 36-year-old former Bayern Munich winger announced in June that he would be retiring to play for the first time in the 2020–2021 season.
Robben played the first 30 minutes for Groningen in a friendly with Almere City that ended in a 1–1 draw.
The former Chelsea star retired in 2019 after a decade with Bayern.
But he took the resolution to re-help Groningen from the monetary setbacks caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Before today’s launch, the Dutchman had asked to delay his return to football after feeling the physical effects of an intense pre-season education and had missed the Eredivisie’s friendly against PEC Zwolle last week.
REASONS FOR OPTIMISM
That’s how enthusiasts can expect to return to the stadiums next season.
Possibly it wouldn’t be the usual business.
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